Persistent Chloracne in a Tank Mechanic

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Austin B Ambur
KCU-GME/Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery

Andrew Newman
Affiliated Dermatology/Honor Health

Jason Barr
Affiliated Dermatology/Honor Health

Travis Lam
Affiliated Dermatology/Honor Health

Keywords

Chloracne, Agent Orange

Abstract

Chloracne is characterized by acquired dioxin-induced skin hamartomas (MADISH), often involving the post-auricular skin. Chloracne classically occurs in individuals exposed to Agent Orange and dioxin-containing oils used in machinery.  Since new-onset acne vulgaris is unusual in adults, a thorough occupational history must be elicited in this patient population. The herein patient is a retired tank mechanic with no known exposure to Agent Orange and presents with persistent acneiform eruptions.

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May 8, 2020
DOI https://doi.org/10.25251/skin.4.3.9

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Ambur, A.B., Newman, A., Barr, J. and Lam, T. 2020. Persistent Chloracne in a Tank Mechanic. SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine. 4, 3 (May 2020), 265–267. DOI:https://doi.org/10.25251/skin.4.3.9.
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